1.1.8.A.1Interpret the choreographic structures of contrast and transition, the process of reordering and chance, and the structures of AB, ABA, canon, call and response, and narrative.

Content: Creating master works in dance requires ability to comprehend, articulate, and manipulate time, space, and energy across and within a broad spectrum of choreographic structures and through the use of many choreographic devices.

1.1.12.A.1Articulate understanding of choreographic structures or forms (e.g., palindrome, theme and variation, rondo, retrograde, inversion, narrative, and accumulation) in master works of dance.

Content: Original movement is generated through improvisational skills and techniques.

1.1.2.A.2Use improvisation to discover new movement to fulfill the intent of the choreography.

Content: Movement is developed and generated through improvisation. Form and structure are important when interpreting original choreography.

1.1.5.A.2Analyze the use of improvisation that fulfills the intent of and develops choreography in both its form and structure.

Content: Styles and techniques in dance are defined by the ways in which the elements of dance and choreographic principles are manipulated in the creation of dance compositions.

1.1.8.A.2Analyze dance techniques and styles to discern the compositional use of the elements of dance and choreographic principles relating to dynamics, as well as to discern spatial relationships.

Content: Acute kinesthetic awareness and mastery of composition are essential for creating and interpreting master works of art.

Content: The quality of integrated movement depends on body alignment and the synchronized use of major and minor muscle groups. Variety in body patterns, range of motion, application of the elements of dance, and skill level enhance dance compositions and performance.

1.1.8.A.4Integrate a variety of isolated and coordinated movements in dance compositions and performances, making use of all major muscle groups, proper body mechanics, body patterning, balance, and range of motion.

Content: Artistry in dance performance is accomplished through complete integration of anatomical principles and clear direction of intent and purpose.

1.1.8.B.1Analyze the application of the elements of music in diverse Western and non-Western musical works from different historical eras using active listening and by reading and interpreting written scores.

Content: Understanding nuanced stylistic differences among various genres of music is a component of musical fluency. Meter, rhythm, tonality, and harmonics are determining factors in the categorization of musical genres.

1.1.12.B.1Examine how aspects of meter, rhythm, tonality, intervals, chords, and harmonic progressions are organized and manipulated to establish unity and variety in genres of musical compositions.

Content: Compositional techniques used in different styles and genres of music vary according to prescribed sets of rules.

1.1.8.B.2Compare and contrast the use of structural forms and the manipulation of the elements of music in diverse styles and genres of musical compositions.

Content: Musical proficiency is characterized by the ability to sight-read advanced notation. Musical fluency is also characterized by the ability to classify and replicate the stylistic differences in music of varying traditions.

1.1.12.B.2Synthesize knowledge of the elements of music in the deconstruction and performance of complex musical scores from diverse cultural contexts.

Content: Music is often defined as organized sound that is dependent on predictable properties of tone and pitch. Musical notation captures tonality, dynamic range, and rhythm.

1.1.2.B.3Identify and categorize sound sources by common traits (e.g., scales, rhythmic patterns, and/or other musical elements), and identify rhythmic notation up to eighth notes and rests.

Content: Musical instruments have unique qualities of tonality and resonance. Conventional instruments are divided into musical families according to shared properties.

1.1.2.B.4Categorize families of instruments and identify their associated musical properties.

1.1 The Creative ProcessAll students will demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles that govern the creation of works of art in dance, music, theatre, and visual art.

C. Theatre

NOTE: By the end of grade 2, all students progress toward BASIC LITERACY in the following content knowledge and skills in THEATRE.

NOTE: By the end of grade 5, all students demonstrate BASIC LITERACY in the following content knowledge and skills in THEATRE.

NOTE: By the end of grade 8 those students choosing THEATRE as their required area of specialization demonstrate COMPETENCY in the following content knowledge and skills.

NOTE: By the end of grade 12, those students choosing THEATRE as their required area of specialization demonstrate PROFICIENCY in the following content knowledge and skills.

Content: The elements of theatre are recognizable in theatrical performances.

1.1.2.C.1Identify basic elements of theatre and describe their use in a variety of theatrical performances.

Content: The actor’s physicality and vocal techniques have a direct relationship to character development.

1.1.5.C.2Interpret the relationship between the actor’s physical and vocal choices and an audience’s perception of character development by identifying examples of vocal variety, stage business, concentration, and focus.

Content: Actors exercise their voices and bodies through a wide variety of techniques to expand the range and the clarity of the characters they develop.

1.1.8.C.2Determine the effectiveness of various methods of vocal, physical, relaxation, and acting techniques used in actor training.

Content: Characters have physical, emotional, and social dimensions that can be communicated through the application of acting techniques.

1.1.12.C.2Formulate a process of script analysis to identify how the physical, emotional, and social dimensions of a character are communicated through the application of acting techniques.

Content: Creative drama and storytelling use voice, movement, and facial expression to communicate emotions. Creating characters is an act of intention in which actors play themselves in an imaginary set of circumstances.

1.1.2.C.3Distinguish between characters, actors, and the self by demonstrating respect for personal space, creative movement, and pantomime skills while interacting with others in creative drama and storytelling.

Content: Time, place, mood, and theme are enhanced through use of the technical theatrical elements.

1.1.2.C.4Describe the use of the technical theatrical elements by examining examples of theatrical design in productions.

Content: Sensory recall is a technique actors commonly employ to heighten the believability of a character.

1.1.5.C.4Explain the function of sensory recall and apply it to character development.

Content: A team of artists, technicians, and managers who collaborate to achieve a common goal uses a broad range of skills to create theatrical performances.

1.1.8.C.4Define the areas of responsibility (e.g., actor, director, producer, scenic, lighting, costume, stagehand, etc.) and necessary job skills of the front and back-of-house members of a theatre company.

1.1 The Creative ProcessAll students will demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles that govern the creation of works of art in dance, music, theatre, and visual art.

D. Visual Art

NOTE: By the end of grade 2, all students progress toward BASIC LITERACY in the following content knowledge and skills in VISUAL ART.

NOTE: By the end of grade 5, all students demonstrate BASIC LITERACY in the following content knowledge and skills in VISUAL ART.

NOTE: By the end of grade 8, those students choosing VISUAL ART as their required area of specialization demonstrate COMPETENCY in the following content knowledge and skills.

NOTE: By the end of grade 12, those students choosing VISUAL ART as their required area of specialization demonstrate PROFICIENCY in the following content knowledge and skills.

1.1.2.D.1Identify the basic elements of art and principles of design in diverse types of artwork.

Content: Understanding the function and purpose of the elements of art and principles of design assists with forming an appreciation of how art and design enhance functionality and improve quality of living.

1.1.5.D.1Identify elements of art and principles of design that are evident in everyday life.